We are seeking a Director of Public Relations to build and lead the communications function from the ground up. This founding role reports directly to the CEO and is responsible for defining narrative strategy, driving earned media, and shaping public perception across technology, consumer, investor, and cultural audiences.
Responsibilities
- Define and lead overall communications and narrative strategy
- Translate complex technology into clear messaging for press, investors, and consumers
- Build and manage media relationships and lead earned media strategy
- Support investor and financial communications in partnership with leadership
- Lead proactive and reactive reputation and crisis communications
- Support PR strategy for partnerships, sponsorships, and activations
- Manage external agencies and build core communications infrastructure
Qualifications
- 10+ years of PR/communications experience across agency and in-house role
- Experience building or scaling a communications function
- Strong media relationships across tech, business, and consumer markets
- Ability to lead both B2B and consumer communications strategy
- Strong writing and executive communication skills
- Experience with investor communications is a plus
- Background in tech, entertainment, sports, or high-growth environments preferred